If you have a manual transmission, which gear should you use to start moving a heavy load?

Lowest gear.. Section 2.3: Always use the lowest gear to start moving a heavy load to prevent clutch wear and stalling.

If you have a manual transmission, which gear should you use to start moving a heavy load?

ANSWER BREAKDOWN
  • A. Incorrect. "2nd gear." is not correct. Always use the lowest gear to start moving a heavy load to prevent clutch wear and stalling.
  • B. Incorrect. "Highest gear." is not correct. Always use the lowest gear to start moving a heavy load to prevent clutch wear and stalling.
  • C. Correct. Always use the lowest gear to start moving a heavy load to prevent clutch wear and stalling.
  • D. Incorrect. "Reverse." is not correct. Always use the lowest gear to start moving a heavy load to prevent clutch wear and stalling.